Lohse on Deck

George King at the New York Post reports that the Mets are the front runner for SP Kyle Lohse's services. Citing Philly Assistant GM Ruben Amaro, King reports the Philadelphia Phillies dropped out of the bidding for the for the righthander due to reluctance on the Phillies' part to go to 4 years. King states he believes the Mets did go to four years, but can't say how much they offered.

Lohse is repped by superagent Scott Boras. So, the Mets should probably just wait it out a bit... let Lohse come to his senses, contact Minaya directly, and sign for less money. That happens, right?

In addition to a $44 million, four-year free-agent offer from the Seattle Mariners, Twins pitcher Carlos Silva has received a $40 million, four-year offer from the New York Mets and a $30 million, three-year offer from the Kansas City Royals.